Infertility FAQs

When you’re looking to start a family, there are certain issues that you may run into along the way. One issue that many people face is infertility. This is the inability to conceive children and there are ways to treat infertility and start your family! Your OBGYNs at Women’s Medical Center in Dothan, AL, can answer some frequently asked questions about infertility and how it can be managed and dealt with.

Frequently Asked Questions About Infertility

Q. What causes infertility?

A. Infertility is when you’re not able to conceive after a full year of unprotected intercourse. Infertility can occur in men and women and can be caused by a variety of issues. Women may deal with infertility because of age or an ovulation disorder. This could be a blocked fallopian tube, endometriosis, or abnormalities in the structure of the uterus.

Q. How is infertility treated?

A. Infertility is treated by your doctor in Dothan, AL, in a variety of methods. Often, you may need different drug treatments and medications to help correct issues. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to repair issues in the reproductive organs.

Q. What other methods are used with infertility?

A. When conservative methods and surgery doesn’t seem to work, there are other methods that could be used. A common form of treatment is In Vitro Fertilization, or IVF. This method helps increase your chance of being able to have a child when you’re dealing with issues like blocked or absent fallopian tubes. This can also help in couples where the male has a low sperm count.

Contact Your OBGYN Today!

There are ways to deal with infertility and start the journey to parenthood when the usual way doesn’t seem to work. Contact your OBGYNs at Women’s Medical Center in Dothan, AL, to learn more about infertility and to ask any further questions that you may have. Call for more information and to schedule an appointment today at (334) 793-3900.

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